When should female Guinea Fowl start laying eggs?

[Mixed flock enthusiast]

That was what I was thinking but since they lay eggs instead of giving birth I wasn't sure. Despite the difference, afterwards she was really run down when I took her back to the coop she walked like an old lady, had wt weight loss and her face was-- faded? Not the pretty white. Add to the trauma to the flock, I think she needs the break. But at the same time didn't want to overlook something being wrong

Yes, even with free choice food right there they loose weight sitting on a nest. Being in the broody zone discourages eating, I guess. I wouldn’t be surprised either way if your girl lays for a bit now that it’s been, what, 5 weeks? Or if she holds off until spring.

 

[SilkieChicken123]

Thank all of you all so much!

 

[Texasclucker]

I'm sorry I missed your thread! I'm glad your question was answered I just looked my name up and seen this i don't know why i didn't get the alert!!

 

[SilkieChicken123]

I'm sorry I missed your thread! I'm glad your question was answered I just looked my name up and seen this i don't know why i didn't get the alert!!

No worries!!